US supply chain schools embrace STEM
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US supply chain schools embrace STEM
The University of Houston is the latest US college to offer supply chain programmes that are STEM related . The Supply Chain and Logistics Technology programme is being run by the university ’ s College of Technology .
“ We are excited to share this major milestone for the programme , as we become one of three undergraduate supply chain programmes in Texas to have this distinction ," said Program Director Margaret Kidd .
According to Kidd , having a STEMrelated supply chain course follows naturally from the drive towards intelligent infrastructure and smart cities .
She added : " Texas is the US ’ s top export state , being home to Port Houston – the leading port in terms of tonnage .
" STEM-related classification expands student opportunities for scholarship funding , allows international students opportunity upon graduation to apply for STEM roles , and provides a competitive advantage when applying for internships and scholarships .
" If we want a nation where our future leaders , neighbours , and workers can solve some of the complex challenges of today and tomorrow , then knowledge and literacy in STEM fields is essential .
" We must also make sure that , no matter where children live , they have access to quality learning environments . A child ' s zip code should not determine their STEM literacy and educational options ."
In front of a both live and remote audience at BizClik ’ s TECH LIVE London event in June 2022 , Williams delivered a keynote , ‘ Recrafting the STEM narrative ’, in which she explained why not enough is being done to redress the gender imbalance in STEM roles , including those in supply chain .
“ When we design , build , and develop technology it has to represent the needs of the entire population , and just a certain percentage of it ,” she said .
Such as fighter planes and tanks with femalefriendly ergonomics , for starters . Williams stressed that challenges for women in the workplace go way beyond STEM inclusivity – that deep-seated workplace and societal biases need addressing .
92 April 2023